14940 W Kerlin Rd

Lena, IL 61048

$125,000
Price
1
Bed
860 Sq. Ft.
$145 / Sq. Ft.
860
Sq. Ft.
$145
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Kerlin Schoolhouse! This historic stone cottage was built in 1870 and was once a one-room schoolhouse. Kerlin Schoolhouse is a slice of heaven in the countryside - located on a half-acre lot and completely surrounded by fields, providing a peaceful & quiet setting. The location boasts beautiful country views for miles, unobstructed sunrise and sunset viewing, as well as the dark skies for stargazing. Kerlin Schoolhouse features one bedroom (loft), one bathroom, a double detached garage,...Welcome to Kerlin Schoolhouse! This historic stone cottage was built in 1870 and was once a one-room schoolhouse. Kerlin Schoolhouse is a slice of heaven in the countryside - located on a half-acre lot and completely surrounded by fields, providing a peaceful & quiet setting. The location boasts beautiful country views for miles, unobstructed sunrise and sunset viewing, as well as the dark skies for stargazing. Kerlin Schoolhouse features one bedroom (loft), one bathroom, a double detached garage, and large living spaces. Kerlin Schoolhouse is being sold completely furnished - simply move right in, or continue running as a successful Airbnb! (Special Use Permit for short-term rentals was granted by Stephenson County zoning in 2021). The cottage was completely renovated in 2021, including all new vinyl plank flooring, garage roof, insulation, all appliances, and much more. Built to last, with limestone walls nearly 2 feet thick, a metal roof, and low maintenance stone exterior. Kerlin Schoolhouse features a small footprint and low cost of living. The stone cottage was equipped with high-speed wifi internet, but was also recently wired for fiber optic. Now is your chance to grab your slice of heaven in the countryside!
  1. Listed by TRISHA OPPOLD • BARNES REALTY, INC.

Property Details for 14940 West Kerlin Road

Style
Historic
Garage
1.0
Garage Type/Driveway
Detached, Gravel
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2025 06:57 PM

Property Details for 14940 West Kerlin Road

StatusActive And Available
MLS #202501162
Days on Market36
Taxes$1,900 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / Detached Single-Other
Year Built1870
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyStephenson County

Building Information for 14940 West Kerlin Road

Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

Property Information for 14940 West Kerlin Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Grid: Stephenson County
  • City: LENA
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61048
  • Address: 14940 W Kerlin Road
  • County: Stephenson County
  • Zip Code: 61048
  • Year Built: 1870
  • School District: LeWin
  • Elementary School 1: LeWin
  • Middle School: LeWin
  • High School: LeWin
  • Township: Waddams
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Taxes: $1,900
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5
  • Property Type: Country View
  • Road Frontage: County/City Road
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 720
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 860
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 140
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: ACTIVE and AVAILABLE
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 110614300002
  • HUD: No
Utilities
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick/Stone
  • General Features: Laundry None
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: No
  • Basement Type: None
  • Water Heater: LP Gas
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths: 0
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 1.0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Window Unit
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, LP Gas Tank
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans/Remotes
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: No
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
Family Room
  • Family Room: No
  • Family Room Level: N/A
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 15
  • Kitchen Width: 24
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 15
  • Living Room Width: 24
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 14940 West Kerlin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 14940 West Kerlin Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,969Additions$16,281Total$20,250
Tax Record2023$1,900 ($158 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt720 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,781 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountySTEPHENSONAPN11-06-14-300-002

Schools near 14940 West Kerlin Road

This home is within Lena Winslow Community Unit School District 202.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lena Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lena-Winslow Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Lena-Winslow High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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14940 West Kerlin Road is a single family home for sale in Lena, IL 61048. This property was listed for sale on March 14, 2025 by BARNES REALTY, INC., it's currently listed at $125,000. It has been on the market for a total of 36 days and was last sold on February 15, 2021. This listing's school district is Lena Winslow Community Unit School District 202. Nearby schools include Lena Elementary School, Lena-Winslow Jr High School and Lena-Winslow High School. 14940 West Kerlin Road is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 860 sqft single family home built in 1870.

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